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Guide Article / Washington State

The Best Small Towns and Villages in Washington State

La Conner: Surrounded by tulip fields and filled with art galleries and interesting shops, this former fishing and farming town gets jammed on weekends, but stop by on a weekday or in…

Guide Article / Washington State

The Best Beaches in Washington State

Alki Beach (Seattle): In West Seattle, this is the closest Washington comes to a Southern California-style beach scene. There's a sandy beach and a paved path crowded with in-line…

Guide Article / Washington State

Best Dining Bets in Washington State

The Herbfarm Restaurant (Woodinville; tel. 425/485-5300): This restaurant northeast of Seattle is adjacent to several wineries. Once little more than a roadside farmstand specializing…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Washington State

Olympic Peninsula in Washington State

There may not be another drive in Washington that so aptly captures all this state offers in a single journey. Starting in Seattle, this loop drive takes in Puget Sound, the Olympic…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Washington State

For Families in Washington State

While Washington doesn't have a major amusement park to attract families, it does have lots of great, child-oriented museums in Seattle, a park full of fun attractions in Tacoma,…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Washington State

For Food and Wine Lovers in Washington State

Washington state is the second-largest producer of wine in the United States, after California, and as in California, wineries are all over the state. However, the biggest…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Washington State

In Two Weeks in Washington State

Plan on spending 2 weeks in Washington and you'll get a good sense of this state's diverse landscapes. Not only will you be able to spend more time relaxing in the San Juan Islands,…

Guide Article / Morocco

The Best Driving Tours in Morocco

The Dadès Gorge: The 35km (22-mile) drive along this gorge's southern edge is one of the most scenic in Morocco. At the northern end of this drive, the gorge narrows considerably, the…

Guide Article / Morocco

The Best Small Towns and Villages in Morocco

Asilah: This quaint fishing village exudes a Mediterranean-style charm, true to its relatively recent Spanish history, which is amplified by the throngs of Spanish visitors and expats…

Guide Article / Morocco

The Best Natural Attractions in Morocco

Cascades d'Ouzoud: The most scenic waterfalls in the country, the Central High Atlas's Cascades d'Ouzoud plunge 100m (328 ft.) into the river below, and the crashing water, surrounding…

Guide Article / Morocco

The Best Markets in Morocco

Aït Ben Haddou: One of the country's most picturesque kasbahs is also one of its most easily accessed. Just a 15-minute drive from the country's movie capital, Ouarzazate, Aït Ben…

Guide Article / Morocco

Frommer's Favorite Experiences in Morocco

Meandering Along the Winding Streets of a Medina: Within Morocco's old walled cities, known as medinas, you can immerse yourself in both the country's past and present. Formerly safe…

Guide Article / Morocco

Best Dining Bets in Morocco

Slurping Down a Dozen Oualidia Oysters: The seaside village of Oualidia is home to Morocco's oyster farming industry, established back in 1957. Nowadays more than 200 tons of oysters…

Guide Article / In Depth in Morocco

Etiquette in Morocco

Appropriate Attire -- Although wholeheartedly Muslim and conservative by nature, Moroccans are also understanding of, and have been exposed to, Western culture. Unfortunately, many…

Guide Article / In Depth in Morocco

Religion in Morocco

Muslims account for about 99% of Morocco's population, so it's no surprise that its practices and philosophy dictate most aspects of daily life.The Arabic word "Islam" literally…

Guide Article / In Depth in Morocco

Food & Drink in Morocco

Displaying influences from Africa, Arabia, and the Mediterranean, the Moroccan cuisine of today is a reflection of the country's colorful past, blended with the culinary traditions of…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Morocco

One Week: Marrakech & the Sahara in Morocco

This week affords a taste of the more popular vision of Morocco -- the exotic city of Marrakech along with some of the country's most scenic pre-Saharan oases and sand dunes. Some…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Morocco

One Week: Marrakech & Essaouira in Morocco

This popular itinerary combines the mysterious allure of Marrakech with the relaxed coastal vibe of Essaouira. Throw in a day visit to the valleys below the often snowcapped Western…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Morocco

In Two Weeks in Morocco

Day 1: Arrive in MarrakechMarrakech's weather can be energy-sapping hot or surprisingly cold, depending on the time of year. Either way, give yourself time today to get used to the…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Morocco

In 10 Days in Morocco

This itinerary is big on culture, bypassing the Saharan side of the Atlas mountain ranges to visit Morocco's present and past imperial capitals. Although Casablanca was never the…

Guide Article / Northern Italy

The Best Luxury Hotels in Northern Italy

Hotel Gritti Palace (Venice): The grandest hotel on the Grand Canal has hosted the crème de la crème of whoever visits Venice since Doge Andrea Gritti built the palace in the 16th…

Guide Article / Northern Italy

The Best Hotel Bargains in Northern Italy

La Residenza (Venice): Just off the highly fashionable Riva degli Schiavoni sits one of the great remaining cheap pensioni in Italy, a 15th-century palazzo converted into an…

Guide Article / Northern Italy

The Best Countryside Retreats in Northern Italy

Cavallino d'Oro/Goldenes Rössl (Kastelruth/Castelrotto, near Bozen): The village is a full-bore Tirolean mountain hamlet straight out of the Middle Ages, and this rambling hotel has…

Guide Article / Northern Italy

Best Dining Bets in Northern Italy

Do Forni (Venice): Though the menu is vast, they seem to devote equal attention to every single dish, making this one of the best restaurants in Venice (though also the most…

Guide Article / In Depth in Northern Italy

Food & Drink in Northern Italy

For Italians, eating is not just something to do for sustenance three times a day. Food is an essential ingredient of the Italian spirit, practically an art form in a culture that…